2002 Lada Niva vs. 1954 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,266 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 38 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Lancia Aurelia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1954 Lancia Aurelia (160 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm). This means 1954 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1954 Lancia Aurelia | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | Niva | Aurelia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
